TRIMESTER DEVELOPMENT CHANGES ARE WONDERFUL AND AMAZING

Once a couple finds out they are pregnant they will experience first trimester pregnancy, second trimester pregnancy and third trimester pregnancy symptoms and emotions unique to each individual pregnancy. While some women will be able to include third trimester exercise, others will feel a bit nauseous starting in the first trimester pregnancy and continuing throughout the pregnancy (making it difficult to keep up with a regular exercise routine).

Exercise throughout the first trimester pregnancy, second trimester and third trimester exercise is usually fine unless of course the pregnancy is high risk (if unsure a woman should always consult with her physician). There are plenty of benefits to be experienced through a regular fitness routine to include:

  • preventing excess weight gain;
  • feeling and looking better;
  • preparing a woman’s body for birth;
  • and regaining the pre-pregnancy body quicker.
Some excellent types of exercise for first trimester pregnancy, second trimester pregnancy and third trimester pregnancy can include; swimming, yoga, biking, pilates, aerobics and walking.

Throughout the first trimester pregnancy, second trimester pregnancy and third trimester pregnancy a woman’s body along with that of her growing baby will change in wonderful and amazing ways. From discovering a couple is pregnant in the first trimester pregnancy to keeping up with third trimester exercise there is a lot to learn and experience. Once a woman finds out that she and her partner are pregnant some of the things she will have to do in the following months ahead are:

  • immediately check with her family physician to confirm the pregnancy, her family physician can then recommend an obstetrician;
  • take good prenatal vitamins;
  • refrain from smoking, drinking alcohol and taking any medications that are not confirmed with physician;
  • making sure to keep up with all obstetrician appointments to ensure proper prenatal tests and screenings are done when needed.

The symptoms a woman will experience can change from first trimester pregnancy, second trimester pregnancy and third trimester exercise. With each trimester the fetus development progresses at an overwhelming rate. During the first trimester pregnancy some of the fetus development that takes place includes; nervous system starts to develop; placenta becomes functional with an exchange of blood between baby and mother; baby is very vulnerable to disease and infection at this stage (alcohol, substance abuse and certain medications should be avoided); eyes and ears begin to develop; circulation begins and by approximately ten weeks the fetal heart may be heard.

The first trimester pregnancy begins at conception and ends around the 14th week of pregnancy, with the second trimester pregnancy being considered from the 14th to the 27th week of pregnancy. For many women the second trimester is often the best part of pregnancy but of course no two pregnancies are ever alike. During the second trimester pregnancy the tiredness and nausea experienced in the first trimester are often replaced with high energy and positive moods. The risk of miscarriage is greatly reduced after the first trimester pregnancy is completed and the physician should be able to hear the baby’s heartbeat around this time. Women will start to notice themselves gaining more weight during the second trimester in pregnancy and around the 16th to 20th week baby movement may be felt. For women who have routinely exercised during the first two trimesters, third trimester exercise will most likely be fine (if unsure it is wise to consult your obstetrician).

Once the first trimester pregnancy and second trimester pregnancy are past, it will be with great anticipation for a couple to enter into the third trimester of pregnancy. The third trimester of pregnancy is weeks 28 - 40, of course babies may be born sooner or later than the 40th week. Once a woman reaches the last weeks of pregnancy there is sure to be a feeling of excitement along with a desire to hurry things along (given the large amount of weight a woman is carrying around at this point). During the third trimester pregnancy couples will want to start preparing for labor and have a hospital bag packed and ready. For women who have exercised throughout the first and second trimester they still may be able to do third trimester exercise (if unsure it is wise to always check with doctor).

The first trimester pregnancy, second trimester pregnancy and third trimester exercise experience will be unique to each individual pregnancy. At this exciting and amazing time a woman’s body along with that of her growing baby is undergoing such incredible changes it is important to take good care of herself and baby by practicing the following tips; taking the proper prenatal vitamins, maintaining regular doctor’s appointments, getting the proper screening and tests done, receiving adequate rest, eating healthy and trying to remain as stress free as possible. Good prenatal care will ensure that both mom and baby are as healthy as possible. (Word Count 804)

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